On Friday, we got to go to the Temple with Dylan to do baptisms for the first time. I love the temple so much and the spirit that is there. Dylan loves learning more and he told us he knows he isn't a typical member which is funny because there's no such thing as that. The church welcomes all and there is a place for everyone. I also got to see my two favorite people there, Jeston and Adrian. They will always be my boys.
On Saturday night we got to participate in Journey through Bethlehem which is this huge walk-through town where they recreate Bethlehem. We played the publicans and got to greet people as they came in. We used all the biblical language and I must say we play the part very well. People from all over came to it and it was really good for the community to see that we are Christian (a common topic of discussion here). It made me so thankful for my Savior and for the Christmas season.
NOW for the amazing part of the week ... Jade and Elisia were baptized!!!! We have been teaching them for about 5 weeks. They are the sweetest people ever and we could see their eyes light up as we taught them. They are just two beams of light and love the gospel. The sweet spirit that was at the baptism will be something I will always take with me. I feel so incredibly happy for them.
Jesus saves and the gospel brings joy. Look to Him especially during Christmas and you will find a new kind of happiness. I love this gospel and sharing it with others. God bless and love y'all.
Elder Jarrett Pinster
- Zone Conference
- Temple
- Baptisms
- Journey through Bethlehem
